"CSP is an insurance policy toward the meeting
planner's success. The CSP designation is a qualifier
in the mind of the astute planner."
- Brad Plumb
North American Speakers Bureau, Inc.
"I am a CMP (Certified Meeting Professional).
I believe strongly in designations. It says you
are committed to the profession. When I have
equal speakers, I will take the CSP first over
the non-CSP. Yes, CSP does make a difference
in selecting speakers."
- Betty E. Garrett,CMP
Garrett Speakers International
"You know they (CSPs) have achieved a certain
discipline that puts them in a category all their
own;they have passed the test oflongevity; they
have proven themselves. It makes a difference
today and will continue to make a difference
in the meeting planning industry."
- Marolyn Wright
Program Resources
"When I have a choice of a speaker who
is a CSP or not, I will select the speaker who
is a CSP."
- Michelle Lemmons
International Speakers Bureau, Inc.
"I always consider the CSP designation
the hallmark of professional excellence. The
CSPs that we have selected have never disappointed
our audiences."
- Barbara S. Sadek
The Society for Human Resources Management
"It's truly an indication that a speaker
has achieved a higher level of professionalism.
It's something we look for first. I reduce my
risk by hiring someone with a CSP."
- William Bess
Mfgrs. Representatives of America